THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION WORKING 24 HOURS PER WEEK.
JOB CATEGORY: TRADITIONAL MEDICINE / DINE / NATIVE AMERICAN / MEDICINE MEN'S ASSOCIATION / TRADITIONAL HEALING / NAVAJO
The Traditional Counselor, as an integral part of the Behavioral Health Treatment team, assesses and serves the client’s needs from a spiritual and culturally sensitive perspective based on a knowledge of traditional Dine’ or Native American Indian philosophies. Also acts as the primary contact person in coordinating and referring clients to Traditional Practitioners within the Dine’ and/or Native American Indian Tradition.
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- HS/GED preferred plus four years of experience in human services of which two years must have been in the provision of traditional counseling to clients within the philosophies of Dine’ or Native American Indian Healing Traditions; or AA degree in a related human service field plus two years of directly related experience in the provision of traditional counseling to clients; or a Bachelor’s degree plus two years of directly related experience in the provision of traditional counseling to clients.
- Ability to speak Navajo is required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
- Must have by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment certification from a Traditional Medicine Men’s Association.
- Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.
SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:
- According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
- TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies).
- Criminal Records Check.
$4,000 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
BONUS
- All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements
ABOUT PMS
- Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
- Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
- We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
- We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
- PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.
WHY PMS?
- Mission-driven organization
- Competitive salaries
- Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Free Life & LTD coverage
- Free discretionary pension plan contribution
- Employee recognition and engagement activities
- Robust training program
- Tuition Reimbursement
EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability/Navajo Hiring Preference
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person